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Siena men's basketball ranked 3rd, women 2nd in Metro preseason poll

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Siena men's basketball ranked 3rd, women 2nd in Metro preseason poll

Summary

Siena men's basketball is ranked third in the Metro Conference preseason poll, while the women's team is placed second. Under first-year head coach Nevada Smith, the men's team garnered two first-place votes, totaling 132 points. Fairfield topped the men's poll with 154 points. On the women's side, Siena received 141 points, finishing behind Fairfield, which earned all 13 first-place votes. This follows the men's team's victory over Merrimack in last season's title game, despite key player departures to Syracuse. Three Siena women are named to the All-Metro teams, highlighting their competitive stance this season.

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By the Numbers

•Siena men ranked third with 132 points in Metro preseason poll.
•Siena women placed second with 141 points, behind Fairfield.
•Fairfield received all 13 first-place votes in women's poll.
•Siena men's team is led by first-year head coach Nevada Smith.
•Three Siena women named to preseason All-Metro teams.

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What they're saying

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Led by first-year head coach Nevada Smith, the Siena men received two first-place votes and 132 points. Fairfield finished atop the poll with six first-place votes and 154 votes.
— Yahoo Sports

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